If a wrestler is bleeding due to an illegal hold and cannot continue after five minutes of blood time, what is the ruling?

In this scenario, if a wrestler is unable to continue after five minutes of blood time due to an injury caused by an illegal hold, the regulation stipulates that the injured wrestler is awarded the match by default. This ruling is in place to ensure the safety and well-being of the athletes. Blood time is designed to address bleeding injuries, but when it surpasses the five-minute limit without the wrestler being able to resume the match, the athlete is deemed to have forfeited their opportunity to continue.

This ruling underscores the rules in wrestling that prioritize athlete health. A match cannot continue under conditions that compromise a wrestler's safety, especially if an injury means they cannot compete effectively. The decision to award the match by default prevents potential further injury and upholds the competitive integrity of the sport.

The other options would not align with the established rules in wrestling regarding blood time and injury management. For instance, substituting a wrestler or restarting the match would not be possible if the injured wrestler is unable to continue. Disqualifying the wrestler would also not be applicable in this context, as a disqualification typically pertains to violations of conduct rather than inability to continue due to injury from an illegal move.